Endorses Lesley University graduates of state-approved educator licensure programs, including teachers, reading specialists, administrators, and school guidance and school adjustment counselors.* (Note: All educator licensure-program completers must apply to the Certification Office for an endorsed transcript, which is required by the state for licensure.)

Important Licensure Requirement

Licensure candidates are required to set up an electronic account
(ELAR) at the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary
Education at the start of your program. Once you have done so, let Lesley University
know your MEPID number by using LOIS (Lesley Online Information System). For more information »

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*For mental health licenses, please contact the licensure advisor for the Divisions of Counseling and Psychology and Expressive Therapies, at 617.349.8561 or license@lesley.edu.

Although the Lesley Certification Office has attempted to ensure
that the information contained on the website is accurate and complete
at the time of posting, the contents are subject to change at any time.

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The MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has announced a new Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement requirement for educator candidates in preparation programs. Please see the News and Updates page for more information.